Knowledge base

The guide presented below doesn't in any case replace the official documentation. We will not be able to provide support regarding errors that arise during the installation and configuration process.

Actions to be carried out

Download the Magento archiveUpload it to the serverUnzip itMove the files to the root folder (optional)Apply a recursive 777 CHMOD on the /var and /media foldersApply a 777 CHMOD to the /app/etc folderGo to your website's addressSpecify the desired language and currency settingsInput the obtained MySQL information from your administration panelCreate the Magento Admin accountRetain the encryption code providedIt's finished. You may now log in and use Magento

To install a theme or module, log in to the Magento admin panelGo to System -> Magento Connect -> Magento Connect ManagerOnce connected, go to Settings and enter your FTP account login detailsCome back to Extensions, paste the extension key address (can be found at the desired module's page)For example:http://www.magentocommerce.com/magento-connect/themes/health-beauty/bluescale-9288.html-> Install Now -> Magento Connect 2.0-> Obtained link: http://connect20.magentocommerce.com/community/wp_theme_bluescale_2013

Illustrated steps

Installing Magento 1.7.0.2

More information

If necessary, the pecl-hash function is enabled, however we recommend you use mhash which is more effective than hash. With versions 1.3.2.2 and 1.3.2.4, you'll need to replace <hash/> by <mhash/> in the following file on line 85: /magento/app/code/core/Mage/Install/etc/install.xml